Textron ST480, Owner'S Manual & Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE
✓ Check ♦ Clean, Adjust, etc. ▲ Replace
To perform service that is listed in this schedule but not described in this manual, contact a local Service Representative or see the Repair and Service Manual for
this vehicle.
NOTE
: Some maintenance items must be serviced more frequently on vehicles used under severe driving conditions
DAILY
BEFORE USE:
✓ Check oil level (Refer to page 3-29), see Note 1 on Pg. 3-40
✓
Check service brake general operation
✓ Check park brake function
✓ Check warning device function in reverse
✓ Check tire condition
✓ Check overall vehicle condition
♦
Clean fins and inside blower housing (Refer to page 3-36), see Note 3 on Pg. 3-40
WEEKLY
TIRES
✓
Examine for cuts, excessive wear and pressure, see GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
WHEELS
✓
Check for bent rims, missing or loose lug nuts
FUEL GAUGE
✓
Check for proper operation (at fueling), and fuel cap vent is free of dirt
STARTER/GENERATOR BELT ✓ Check for tension, wear, cracks (Refer to page 3-34)
25 HOURS
(includes items listed in previous table & the following)
WIRING ✓ Check all wiring for loose connections and broken/missing insulation
ACCELERATOR ✓ Check for smooth movement - DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE
BRAKE FLUID (HYDRAULIC BRAKES) ✓ Check level, add if required (DOT 3) and check for leakage (Refer to page 3-37)
PARK BRAKE ✓ Check brake performance and adjust if required
CHOKE CABLE ✓ Check for smooth movement and adjustment - DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE
CARBURETOR LINKAGE ✓ Check attachment, adjust as required
DIRECTION SELECTOR ✓ Check for smooth movement and attachment, adjust as required
ENGINE
♦ Clean foam pre-cleaner (Refer to page 3-33), see Note 3 on Pg. 3-40
✓ Check for unusual noise, vibration, acceleration, oil leaks
Fig. 22 Periodic Service Schedule